Dutch alternative outfit The Depression Club released a stripped back version of single ‘Help Myself’ a few weeks ago and it’s still stuck in my head. Soft vocals and a simpler soundscape make for a stripped back experience without taking the riffing rock elements the band are known for away!
Hinting at vocal influences taken from Arctic Monkeys frontman Alex Turner, the band recreated their single ‘Help Myself’. Its alternative version is softer and more introspective yet loses none of the signature powerful and rough around the edges rock style they’ve created. Those soft and soaring vocals make for an addictive listening experience as they are supported by a subtle yet dynamic soundscape that plays with influences taken from rock, pop and a touch of shoegaze.
This version is an emotionally raw take on the original and draws from the atmospheric melancholy of Radiohead and the haunting introspection of David Bowie. “The song explores the quiet desperation of wanting change but feeling stuck.” Despite discussing a feeling many of us have felt before and not shying away from their emotions, ‘Help Myself’ sounds all but desperate. It’s a powerful plea recognising feelings and making it cool to talk about and rework them!
The alternative version of ‘Help Myself’ might be one of our favourites from the Dutch group, as they show that it’s a strong stance to take another look at your work and dip it into some different sauce!
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